62nd Annual Equinox Marathon and Relay
- Date Sat 20th September 2025
- Time 8:00AM AKDT
- Location Fairbanks, Alaska
- Price $90.00
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 62nd Annual Equinox Marathon and Relay, taking place on Saturday, September 20, 2025, in the stunning surroundings of Fairbanks, Alaska. This premier running event in Interior Alaska promises an exciting challenge for all participants, featuring a marathon course that includes a grueling climb of approximately 3,300 feet over the iconic Ester Dome.
Starting and finishing at the University of Alaska Fairbanks’ Beluga Field, the marathon showcases the beauty of the region's trails while testing your endurance and mental strength. For those looking for a team experience, there is also a three-leg relay option that allows runners to share in the adventure and tackle the full course together. With variable weather conditions ranging from delightful late summer warmth to brisk autumn chill, and nine aid stations along the route, participants can expect an unforgettable and exhilarating race day. Join the excitement and be a part of this thrilling Alaskan tradition!
Starting and finishing at the University of Alaska Fairbanks’ Beluga Field, the marathon showcases the beauty of the region's trails while testing your endurance and mental strength. For those looking for a team experience, there is also a three-leg relay option that allows runners to share in the adventure and tackle the full course together. With variable weather conditions ranging from delightful late summer warmth to brisk autumn chill, and nine aid stations along the route, participants can expect an unforgettable and exhilarating race day. Join the excitement and be a part of this thrilling Alaskan tradition!
Organiser's Description
The Equinox Marathon is the premier running event in Interior Alaska. With most of the course on trails and a challenging climb up and over Ester Domeand up and over it again!it is a challenging marathon that will test your running abilities and emotional fortitude. The event starts and finishes at the University of Alaska Fairbanks Beluga Field. The event features the option of a three leg relay event, as well, that is run at the same time as the marathon and covering the full course. Marathon runners will endure approximately 3,300' of vertical climb. Weather on the day of the event can be highly variable, ranging from pleasant late summer/early fall conditions to unpleasant wintery conditions. Mirroring the weather conditions, course conditions can be highly variable as well. There are nine aid stations along the course, and one at the finish line. The race is sponsored by Running Club North.
62nd Annual Equinox Marathon and Relay
